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A Guide to Events and Festivals in Minneapolis & St. Paul

From local happenings to the biggest thing this month, here's a calendar, reviews and previews of events in the Minneapolis and St. Paul Metro Area.
Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead Celebrations and Processions in …
Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is celebrated on November 1 and 2. Minneapolis' Dia de los Muertos celebrations and St. Paul's Dia de los Muertos celebrations, parades and candlelit processions are smaller than in other major cities, but there are many ways to celebrate Day of the Dead in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Beer Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities
Beer festivals are not limited to October around here. Between the new kids on the block and the established beer festivals there's beer to be sampled all year round. Here's a calendar of beer festivals in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Bastille Day Celebrations in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Bastille Day, the National Day of France, is July 14. Minneapolis and St. Paul aren't noted for having a large French ex-pat population, but French restraurants, French cultural organizations and francophiles in Minneapolis and St. Paul put on popular Bastille Day celebrations worthy of an Ooh la la!
The Ashley Rukes LGBT Pride Parade in Minneapolis
Every year, the Ashley Rukes Pride Parade marches (or dances, sails, sashays...) through Minneapolis. It's one of the largest and most fabulous in the nation.
Twin Cities Pride Festival, Ashley Rukes GLBT Pride Parade, P…
June is the unofficial LGBT Pride month in the Twin Cities. Community events and celebrations all month lead up to the annual and fabulous Pride Festival and Ashley Rukes Pride Parade in Late June, then there's the Uptown Pride Block party, a boat cruise, and plenty of family friendly, and over 21s only entertainment and festivities. Here's the highlights of Pride events in Minneapolis an…
Which Are The Best Parks For Live Music In the Summer in Minneapolis …
Parks in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities have free outdoor concerts all summer long. Which is the best park to listen to music in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities?
Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in Minneapolis and St. Paul at restaurants and clubs, and with a huge fiesta in the District del Sol in the Westside of St. Paul. Here's what's happening for Cinco de Mayo in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Music Festivals and Live Music Events in Minneapolis, St. Pau…
A list of music festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around Minnesota.
Minneapolis / St. Paul Events Calendar: April 2009
A calendar of events in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul in April 2009.
St. Patrick's Day: Irish Events and Parades in Minneapolis and St. Paul
On St. Patrick's Day, St. Paul is by far the most Irish of the Twin Cities, although Minneapolis has a good number of St. Patrick's Day events. Here's where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in St. Paul, Minneapolis and around the Twin Cities.
Interesting and Alternative Valentine's Day Ideas in Minneapo…
Valentine's Day? Let's see. There's flowers, chocolate, and a meal at a romantic restaurant, right? Or, why not do something more creative instead? Here's some ideas for interesting, alternative, and non-traditional Valentine's Day dates.
Valentine's Day Gifts in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Where to buy flowers, cards, chocolates, jewelry, and romantic gifts in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Or why not give an experience or learn a new skill to enhance your relationship and last longer than long-stemmed roses? Here's where to get the best Valentine's Day gifts in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Valentine's Day Ideas, Events, Restaurants, and Gifts
A guide to Valentine's Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul, with ideas for romantic restaurants, places to buy Valentine's Day chocolates in the Twin Cities, romantic places to be with your loved one, and Valentine's day events.
The Anti-Valentine's Day: Alternative Valentine's Day Ideas
Do we really need to buy our partner a giant card, or spend a fortune in a restaurant or on roses, to show them that we love them? Here's some alternative Valentine's Day ideas for unromantic Minneapolis and St. Paul lovers.
February 2009 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
February 2009 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of winter events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in February 2009. February events in Minneapolis and February Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
The St. Paul Winter Carnival
The St. Paul Winter Carnival, held at the end of January, has ice carving, Minnesotan foods, and a grand parade.
Annual Events in Minneapolis and St. Paul
From the Winter Carnival in January to the Holidazzle Parade in December, there are major events, parades, festivals and sporting events every month. Here's a year planner of major events in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
January 2008 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
January 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of winter events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in January 2008. January events in Minneapolis and January Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
New Year's Eve Events, Parties and Celebrations in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Where to celebrate New Year's Eve in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and around the Twin Cities metro area.
Winter Solstice in Minneapolis and St. Paul
The longest night of the year is December 21, the Winter Solstice. Here's what happens to celebrate Midwinter in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities.
December 2008 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
December 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of winter events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 2008. December events in Minneapolis and December Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Thanksgiving in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Thanksgiving food, events, activities, shopping, volunteering, and more to help you plan your Thanksgiving holiday in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities.
November 2008 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
November 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of fall events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in November 2008. November events in Minneapolis and November Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Halloween for Over 21s
Halloween Parties for over-21 Halloween revelers in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities. All events are on October 31, Halloween night, unless otherwise noted.
Halloween in Minneapolis and St. Paul
A guide to Halloween activities and events in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Halloween family fun, trick-or-treating, haunted houses, scary fun, and where to shop for costumes, make-up and halloween supplies.
October 2008 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
October 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of fall events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in October 2008. October events in Minneapolis and October Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Childrens' Halloween Activities in Minneapolis, St. Paul and …
A list of not-quite-as-scary Halloween activities, haunted houses, and trick-or-treat venues in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities metro area.
Halloween Haunted Houses in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities…
A list of Halloween haunted houses and caves in Minneapolis, St. Paul and around the Twin Cities metro area.
Labor Day Events in Minneapolis and St. Paul - September 1, 2008
What's happening on the Labor Day Holiday in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the Twin Cities metro area.
The Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest fairs in the country. Here's a guide to the Minnesota State Fair, held at the State Fairgrounds in Minneapolis/St. Paul.
September 2008 Events & Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities Metro
September 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in September 2008. September events in Minneapolis and September Events in St. Paul, Minnesota.
August 2008 Events and Festivals in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Metro Area
August 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in August 2008.
July 2008 Events and Festivals in Minneapolis and St. Paul
July 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in July 2008.
Independence Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul: Fireworks and More for July 4th
Independence Day - The Fourth of July - is celebrated with a boom in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Where are the fireworks, and what else is happening to celebrate Independence Day in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Twin Cities?
Fathers Day Festivals, Events, Ideas, Gifts & Brunch in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Fathers Day is June 15 2008. Here's some ideas for things to do, and places to take Dad in Minneapolis and St. Paul for fathers day.
Free Concerts in Minneapolis and St. Paul's Parks
Every summer, the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul put on free concerts in city parks. Every style of music imaginable is played, for all tastes and ages. Here's a list of what's happening this summer.
June 2008 Events and Festivals in Minneapolis and St. Paul
June 2008 events calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of events and festivals in Minneapolis, and events and festivals in St. Paul in June 2008.
Memorial Day Events in Minneapolis and St. Paul
Memorial Day Events in Minneapolis and St. Paul: A list of events and festivals to commemorate Memorial Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Events and Ideas For Mother's Day in Minneapolis and St, Paul
Mother's Day is Sunday May 11 2008. Where are you going to do for your Mom? Here's a guide to events, brunches, places to take mom to. And here's some great places to buy Mom a gift, a card, or some flowers. Happy Mother's Day!
May 2008 Events and Festivals in Minneapolis and St. Paul
May 2008 Events Calendar for Minneapolis and St. Paul: Events and Festivals in Minneapolis and St. Paul in May 2008
Earth Day Events in Minneapolis and St. Paul: April 19-22 2008
Participate in and celebrate Earth Day in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Here's what's happening for Earth Day 2008.
Minneapolis / St. Paul Events Calendar: March 2008
A calendar of events in the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul in March 2008.
Special Events at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts
A guide to exhibitions, lectures, family events and annual events held by the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
Minneapolis Events Calendar
Searchable calendar of events happening in Minneapolis.
St Paul Events Calendar
Searchable calendar of events happening in St Paul.
St. Mary's Basilica: The Basilica Block Party
Every July, St. Mary's Basilica in Minneapolis holds a rock festival to raise money for restoration of the church.

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